TAB THE TABBY CAT

A tabby cat is the most exquisitely patterned cat. A tabby cat is not a particular breed of cats, in fact it gets its name from the Attabiyah section of Baghdad where a type of striped silk was made that was later used to describe cats. Here's everything you need to know about this cat breed. Tabby cat patterns are very colorful and usually striped and ringed. There are a number of genetic factors that determine the patterns. The patterns vary from breed to breed of the cats. A tabby cat can be classified as Classic, Mackerel, Ticked and Spotted, based on its patterns. Persians, Maine Coons, American Shorthairs cats are the most common classic tabby cats. Classic tabby cats are also known as 'Blotched' outside North America. Mackerel tabby cats have thin stripes and rings like mackerel fish. Abyssinians and Somalis ticked tabby cats are the usually the only breeds to have the ticks. Spotted tabby cats are a controversial lot with people calling them descendants of the mackerel or classic tabby cats, depending the kind of pattern on them. The spots on the spotted tabby cats often have a very close resemblance to the patterns on both mackerel and classic tabby cats. These apart, tabby cats can also have pointed, calicos, tortoiseshells & torbies patterns. Tabby cats come in a variety of colors and some very interesting patterned coats. Tabby cats are the ultimate in beauty. An 'M' shape on the head is often considered the sign of an original tabby cat. Persian tabby cats are one of the most popular among tabby cats. Persian cats have a unique fur and other breeds rarely match the variety of their colors and patterns. Possibly this is why the Persian tabby cats capture the imagination of cats lovers and cat events the world over. If you were to ask a Persian tabby cat owner the reasons for this fan-following you will probably be told that it is everything about them, the behavior, the looks and of course the patterns. If you are one of the proud owners of a tabby cat then make sure you give them the best care. As tabby cats are all about their fur, coat and pattern you have to be very careful of the general health and hygiene of the cat. Apart from healthy diet and regular de-worming and other health routines, their fur needs to be protected from infections. Regular application of medicated powders and regular combing are some very common routines to follow to avoid frequent visits to the veterinary. Tabby cats are everyone's favorites. They come in all colors, sizes and shapes. For cat lovers tabby cats hold a special because their patterns are looked upon as one of nature's finest artwork. Tabby cats are winners all the way. Every year tabby cats win trophies and hearts the world over. Get one to win yours today. Send your comments to connectinfomedia@gmail.com